Preventing child abuse by strengthening families.

Recent News and Articles:

Join in the fun at our 7th Annual Garden Gala – An Evening Soirée to benefit The Raise Foundation! It’s our one and only Gala for the Year…to help raise awareness and funds to prevent child abuse and neglect in Orange County … because being a child should not hurt. Enjoy Great People, Fun Activities, Dinner &…
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Join in the fun at our 7th Annual Garden Gala – An Evening Soirée to benefit The Raise Foundation! It’s our one and only Gala for the Year…to help raise awareness and funds to prevent child abuse and neglect in Orange County … because being a child should not hurt. Enjoy Great People, Fun Activities,…
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“I loved learning about so many different topics in the field of child abuse prevention. I now feel better equipped to apply the strategies I learned at the Conference to my work with children and their families in Orange County,” said one Conference attendee. Educating professionals and community members on the trends and treatments of…
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To remind all of us that childhood is supposed to be fun and peaceful, there will be nearly 60 Pinwheels for Prevention Gardens “planted” throughout Orange County during Child Abuse Prevention Month. Thanks to hundreds of community members of all ages, the gardens will be up all month at schools, places of worship, businesses, police…
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Clinic in the Park at the Orange County Great Park was the perfect setting to hold Blue Ribbon Family Fun Day. Surrounded by caring nonprofits and agencies, numerous families joined together for crafts, games, and even a visit from Benny the Blue Ribbon Bunny who helped children plant the Pinwheels for Prevention Garden. During the…
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Open your heart and home to become a foster family. When around water, scan it vigilantly to ensure no child is drowning. Check cars as you walk by to ensure no child is left alone inside. Slow down to really listen to a child… hear what they are saying. Send a supportive note of gratitude…
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What are you going to do next to…Step Up. Stand Up. Speak Up for Kids? This was the question asked by CBS2/KCAL9 News Reporter Michele Gile as she emceed Orange County’s 24th Annual Blue Ribbon Ceremony on March 28, 2018, to kick off National Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month that occurs each April. The event…
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The Raise Foundation, in its role as Orange County’s Child Abuse Prevention Council, holds Prevent Child Abuse Network (PCAN) trainings quarterly to keep the community updated on the latest trends and best practices. The next training will occur during Child Abuse Prevention Month at South Orange County (SOC) Family Resource Center (22481 Aspan Street, Lake…
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Since being a child isn’t supposed to hurt – we need your help! We hope you will share this important learning opportunity with all those you know. We urge you to attend one or both days because the more mindful the community the safer all children will be. Orange County’s 30th Annual Child Abuse Prevention…
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(Orange County, CA – January 29, 2018) According to Orange County Social Services Agency (OC SSA), there were more than 40,000 reports of suspected child abuse and neglect last year. To help create an even more mindful community and to better equip professionals who treat and help families, all are invited to attend Orange County’s…
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